Elarys hadn't thought that her first visit to the imperial palace would be to pick up Lise Tarkin for their date. That was quite mind-blowing and amusing. She hadn't been the smoothest when accidentally asking the blonde out but she had had zero regret about it. She was looking forward to the evening and no matter how it went, she was just grateful for the opportunity for she very much enjoyed Lise's company since they had first met.

Granted it had felt a little bizarre to have to submit the full itinerary for the evening in advance; but she understood the need for security given Lise's situation and what had happened with the Empress. So she had provided all details with due diligence: the Kaasian Opera in the Art district for the recital, as well as the Relais Fleuri, for dinner afterwards. The Kaasian Opera was much smaller than the more well-known institution the Imperial Center Opera was; but it had a solid reputation for supporting smaller-scale projects as well as various innovative ones. Elarys had been happy to hear that Veneko's reconstruction of chamber music was to be performed there. As for the restaurant, it was a relatively hidden gem, which had been in the family for three generations, especially known for their desserts.

After pulling up at the designated parking area, Elarys went through security, until she was led to one of the halls of the palace. She had worried she would feel under-dressed; but going for elegant yet comfortable had been her choice. She saw little point in pretending to be someone she wasn't. She was a little nervous standing there, with some guards and a couple of attendants staring at her; but she was nevertheless looking forward to seeing Lise.